Trail Running calendar near Black Mountains, Wales 2025-2026

Take on Wyre Forest after dark in an atmospheric 10 km off road race over two laps, with torches required and canicross welcome. Limited places and a finisher medal make this a thrilling night trail challenge.

Tackle the Croome Capability Canter, a single lap 6.5 mile off road course around parkland with a big hill at the start and finish. Limited to 350 spots, this autumn race awards finishers medals and goodie bags.

Run a scenic 5 mile winter trail around Bromsgrove, through woodland valleys and quiet lanes, starting and finishing at the Park Gate Inn. Expect undulating, muddy terrain, friendly marshals and a finisher medal.

Explore Afan Forest on hand picked trails with 5K and 10K options at the RTT Afan Forest run. Fully marked and marshalled courses, chip timing and a finisher medal make this a rewarding, well organised trail day for all abilities.

Join the Marton Mile on Sunday 30 November 2025 for a relaxed one mile walk jog or run along the flat traffic free Lias Line Greenway near Marton. This family and dog friendly community fundraiser supports Shelter and welcomes all paces wit..

The Alyn Waters Winter Trails offer 5k and 10k fully marked and marshalled trail running courses set in the scenic Alyn Waters country park. Designed for all abilities, the event encourages participants to race or enjoy a leisurely run with..

Telford T50 Trail Run is a winter 50 miles route through Ironbridge, the Wrekin and industrial heritage sites, with four checkpoints serving food and cake. Tackle rugged trails and claim the organiser's biggest ever finisher medal.

Take on the Salisbury Plain Winter Edition on 6 December for a scenic, fully marked trail challenge over Half or Marathon distances. Enjoy well stocked aid stations, marshals and finisher medals as you tackle crisp winter terrain.

Join the Cannock Chase Forest Christmas trail runs on 6 December for 5k, 10k and a junior run through undulating forest trails. Wear seasonal fancy dress for a chance to win best dressed, and enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Take on the Secret Santa trail series on 6 December in Cwmdu, Black Mountains with a festive half marathon and shorter trail options. Tackle technical rocky and boggy single track trails with full support and handcrafted slate trophies.

Pick 14 km, 10 miles or a half marathon from Cwmdu across the Black Mountains with rocky single track, boggy moorland and stunning views. Well marked with checkpoints and medical cover, this scenic but testing trail welcomes dogs on leads.

Join the Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash on 7 December for scenic 5k and 10k trail laps around Chasewater Reservoir, plus a junior run. Enjoy festive fun with a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes including best dressed costume.

The Allsorts Tinkley Gate Santa Dash is a festive, family-friendly running event held at the scenic National Trust Tinkley Gate site in Woodchester, Gloucestershire. Participants can choose between a 5km off-road trail or a shorter 2.5km ro..

Explore the sand dunes and complex contours of Braunton Burrows at a colour coded orienteering on Sunday 7 December 2025, part of the Devon League. Courses for all abilities and car sharing available.

Take on a scenic 14.5 km fell race with 793 m of ascent around Cardington, organised by Telford Athletic Club. Entries are pre registration only and limited, so come prepared for wet underfoot and bring good grip and required FRA kit.

Part of the 12 Days of Christmas, Partridge in a Pear Tree on 7 December 2025 offers offroad laps at Pengethley Manor through vineyards and a cheeky hill. Choose 5k to ultra, walkers and runners welcome with a unique finisher medal.

Join the 2 Turtle Doves at Pengethley Manor on 8 December 2025 and choose distances from 5k to ultra with a 7 hour limit. Off road 2.5 km laps wind through vineyards and include a hill each lap for a scenic challenge.

Take on the 5 Golden Rings Run on 11 Dec 2025 at Pengethley Manor near Ross on Wye for a tough off road course through vineyards with a climb on every lap. Distances from 5k to ultra, walk or run, or join virtually for a verified medal.

Brave the 6 Geese a laying Run on 12 December 2025 at Pengethley Manor, Ross on Wye. Choose 5k, 10k, half, marathon or ultra across a very tough off road course with a hill each lap and scenic vineyard views. Walkers welcome.

The Night Nobbler is a 10km night trail near Narberth returning to its original woods under the RERUN theme. Dress in upcycled fancy dress for solo or group prizes and bring a head torch and phone for this atmospheric after dark run.